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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'He never let go': Shine Tom Chacko on Mammootty's support after father's death in car crash
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actor Shine Tom Chacko has spoken publicly for the first time about the harrowing road accident that claimed his father's life. The actor revealed that superstar Mammootty gave him much support during the hardship. 'Dad gave me a biscuit" The accident occurred on June 6 on the Hosur National Highway near Palakkad. Shine, who was recovering from addiction and on medication to help him sleep, was in the backseat of the car along with his father, mother, and brother. Talking to The Cue the actor said, 'Dad gave me a biscuit, maybe two or three times,' he recalled. 'I was resting… the next time I opened my eyes, the car had already crashed.' Meesha - Official Teaser His father didn't survive. Shine's left hand was severely injured, requiring 30 stitches, and he suffered a small spinal fracture. Though his mother and brother were injured, they survived, as did the driver. But the emotional scars, Shine says, run far deeper. 'She kept asking, 'Where is Daddy?'" 'The finality didn't strike me at first,' Shine said. 'Until I lost my father, the death of someone else's parent was just another piece of news. That day, I was on the road, crying and pleading for help.' More than his own pain, Shine spoke about his mother's anguish. 'She kept asking, 'Where is Daddy?' even though he was right next to us. I kept lying, saying, 'He's here with us,' just so she could hold on to a little peace.' Mammootty's support - "He advised me to not let grief consume me" Amid the sorrow, what brought Shine unexpected solace was Mammootty's support. 'He didn't speak too much, but he knew exactly what to say,' Shine recalled. 'He advised me to not let grief consume me, to remain grounded, and keep moving forward." Shine also remembered another instance — after being cleared in a drug case — when Mammootty simply messaged him: 'God bless you.' Meanwhile, Mammootty and Shine Tom Chacko has worked together in films such as 'Unda', 'Bheeshmaparvam' and 'Christopher'.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I cried on the road, begging for help': Shine Tom Chacko recalls heart-wrenching car crash
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko has shared a deeply emotional recollection of the tragic car accident. The accident claimed the life of his father, C.P. Chacko. In an interview with The Cue, Shine opened up about the trauma, pain, and irreversible void the incident created in their lives. 'He gave me a biscuit… Then everything went silent' The accident took place on the Hosur National Highway near Palakkad, in Tamil Nadu's Dharmapuri district. Shine, who was recovering from addiction at the time, had taken medication to help him sleep. 'Dad gave me a biscuit, maybe two or three times,' he recalled. 'I was resting in the backseat… the next time I opened my eyes, the car had already crashed.' 01:27 Meesha - Official Teaser His father never spoke after that. Shine, his mother Mary Carmal, and his brother Jo John were injured, while the driver miraculously escaped unhurt. Shine's left hand was badly hurt and required 30 stitches; he also sustained a small spinal fracture. 'She kept asking, 'Where is Daddy?...' For Shine, the hardest part was watching his mother try to understand the tragedy. 'She kept asking, 'Where is Daddy?' even though he was right next to us,' Shine said, breaking down. 'I would lie and say, 'Daddy is here with us,' hoping she'd find some peace. But then she'd ask again.' He expressed that his mother, more than anyone else, bore the heaviest emotional loss. 'She lost her life partner. She still hasn't come to terms with it.' "That day, I was on the road, crying…" Shine admitted the experience left him emotionally scarred. "Until I lost my father, the death of someone else's parent was just another piece of news. That day, I was on the road, crying and pleading for help," said the actor. The actor also revealed that he isn't considering remarriage, as the idea of raising children and worrying about their safety feels too overwhelming at this time. Shine said if he or his brother had died that day instead of their father, the pain for their parents would have been unimaginable.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Meesha' teaser: Shine Tom Chacko and Hakim Shah starrer promises a gripping tale of survival and suspense—WATCH
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The teaser for 'Meesha,' the highly anticipated Malayalam film from director Emcy Joseph , has officially dropped—and it promises a haunting, emotionally charged journey into the wild. The teaser promises to tell a tale of survival, shifting loyalties, and the hidden dangers of trust. Starring the 'Pariyerum Perumal' fame actor Kathir, 'Meesha' marks his much-awaited Malayalam debut. Impressive teaser The teaser unfolds in a thick forest where every glance hints at betrayal and there is an air of mystery all over. Hakim Shah and Shine Tom Chacko 's performances seem to be the main highlight of this intense thriller helmed by the 'Vikrithi' director. The final teaser line—'trust is a fragile thread, and the forest watches it fray'—sets the tone for a taut, psychological thriller. Prepare for a story where nature is as much a character as the humans caught within it. Meesha - Official Teaser | Emcy Joseph | Kathir | Shine Tom Chacko | Hakim Shah Movie buffs seem to be impressed by the teaser. One netizen commented, "Adipoly... We are waiting..." Another comment read, "Kathir, welcome to the Malayalam industry." A third one commented, "Kathir Daa…Perumal (loving hearts emojis). Overall, the expectation levels are quite high for the Shine Tom Chacko and Hakim Shah starrer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Can Book Maximum Profits in Option Trading with Mr. Gopal Laxman Rekha Strategy ! TradeWise Learn More Undo The technical crew Director Emcy Joseph and the technical crew of 'Meesha' boast names like Suresh Rajan (cinematography), Manoj (editing), and Sooraj S Kurup (music). Makesh Mohanan handles art direction, while Bijith Dharmadam captures stills from the set. With Kathir's intense screen presence and Emcy Joseph's storytelling finesse, Meesha is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about Malayalam thrillers this year. The film also features Jeo Baby, Srikant Murali, Sudhi Koppa, Unni Laalu, and Hasli in pivotal roles. On the other hand, Shine Tom Chacko recently impressed the audiences with his performances in 'Daaku Maharaaj' and 'Good Bad Ugly.'
Express Tribune
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Meesha Shafi drops cover art for her debut album
Meesha Shafi has revamped her Instagram account to gear up for the release of her debut album, Khilnay Ko. She announced this step in her musical journey on Instagram on Thursday with the album's cover art and a statement. "Khilnay Ko is a deeply introspective and therapeutic journey through the shadowed corridors of the human psyche," Meesha wrote. "This album is an exploration of isolation, otherism, mental health, abandonment, and the relentless tension between contrasting forces that shape our existence. Each track is a reflection of the internal battles that so many face along their healing journey but rarely speak of - feelings of displacement, loneliness, and the overwhelming weight of being." The album art features Meesha towards the edge of the frame, dressed in a black-and-white flared top, which is webbed with abstract print. The lower half of the top contains drops down her thighs, containing sketches of eyes and lips. The singer rocks the ensemble with a bob haircut, her facial features partially obscured by hard shadows. At large, the portrait is reminiscent of Baroque art, playing with varying levels of depth through chiaroscuro lighting. The building's margin almost slices the photo in two, separating Meesha and the rocky props she stands on from the structure's multiple archways. The narrowing frames of the archways elevate the sense of depth that the portrait eagerly asserts. Khilnay Ko arrives on streaming platforms on Friday, though fans can hardly wait. "Every bone in my body is aching to experience this!" gushed a user. "Finally! I've waited so long for this moment. Thank you so much for this gift," wrote another. The anticipation is well-placed as Meesha has been crooning her way through her musical journey. Previously, she sang for the OST of drama serial Jaisay Aapki Marzi. Before that, in 2022, she collaborated with brother Faris Shafi on the Coke Studio Season 14 track Muaziz Saarif. Written by Meesha and Faris, Muaziz Sarif was composed by the siblings alongside Xulfi, while Action Zain and Abdullah Siddiqui arranged the track and co-produced it with the Hum Zalmi hitmaker. Xulfi's idea of pairing the two was to create an "unusual track," as per the song's press release. Taking to his Instagram, Abdullah penned an appreciation post for the song. "This was a difficult song to make - here we have two explosive, wildly original artists at the top of their game, who sonically have absolutely nothing in common," he said. "And yet, [the song] is so cohesive in its own unique way. That's how we found our sonic common ground."
Express Tribune
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Meesha Shafi explores the old walled city
Meesha Shafi took a dip into cultural nostalgia in an Instagram carousel posted on Monday. "My stunning, storied, centuries-old city of Lahore," she wrote in the caption. In the photos, Meesha set out with a group of friends into the walled city's alleys, mosques, and other historical sites. For her adventures, she wore Carla Rockmore's quintessential neutral green tea sling bag over a deep blue kurti with a scatter of light patchwork and patterned wide-leg trousers with strappy sandals. She topped off the look with a choker fastening layered necklaces and tassel accessories. Followers in the comments section poured in compliments for Meesha, from her style to how she glowed in the city. Referencing a muted clip of the singer belting inside the Shahi Hammam, a user wrote, "Really need the audio to whatever you were singing at the Hammam. Petition to release the footage please." Many followers also shared the singer's love for the old city. "I long to visit Lahore one day and roam the same streets as my grandfather once did," a user wrote, while another said, "This side of Lahore has never ceased to mesmerise me. Only a couple of days ago, I went to the same restaurant, Bethak Sadequain. Every corner of this Bethak was to die for." Earlier, the Muaziz Saarif singer posted a reel compiling clips from her visit to the Bethak, where she and her friends sat around for a flute performance and enjoyed some tea, though she herself opted for coffee. Meesha's Instagram feed shows that she has an affinity for adventure. This January, she welcomed the new year with a beachy vacation. Sharing a video of her strolling by a shoreline, she cheekily wrote, "Life can be a beach, but the spelling has to be right."
